About Us
At Perera Builders, we are excited to bring a sophisticated and modern approach to the construction market with skills honed across multiple market sectors.
Asiri Perera
Founder and President of Perera Builders
Asiri Perera is the Founder and President of Perera Builders, a company specializing in construction and real estate development. He has had a long and successful career in the construction industry, with experience working for nationally recognized general contractors in Los Angeles, including Swinerton Builders and Bernards Builders.
During his career, Asiri has held various roles within the construction industry, starting in the field and eventually transitioning to working with upper management in job site trailers. This diverse experience has given him a deep understanding of the complexities of the construction field.
Some of his notable achievements include managing multiple high-value projects, such as $100 million dollar projects, including managing multiple teams to coordinate complex multi-family development projects. He has been involved in the construction of nearly 2,000 apartment units, three high-rise luxury apartments, two LAUDS campuses, $6 million in tenant improvement projects, and a boutique hotel project, totaling over $1 billion in construction value. One of his projects, One Santa Fe, received recognition as a "2015 Best Projects" by Engineering News-Record (ENR) under the Best Office/Retail/Mixed-Use Project category.
At Perera Builders, Asiri has worked on various projects, including ground-up single-family builds, accessory dwelling units, and complex large projects, both conventional and modular. He has also represented developers and clients as construction managers and served as a project manager for other general contractors. Additionally, he has acted as an expert witness in various litigation cases related to construction.
Before entering the construction industry, Asiri worked as a City Planner, where he gained experience in processing entitlements for approval by Elected and Appointed City Officials.
Asiri Perera holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Urban Planning with a minor in Business Management from the University of California, Irvine. He also earned a Master of Science degree in Construction Management from the University of Southern California. His educational background in urban planning and construction management has undoubtedly contributed to his success in the construction and real estate development industry.
Kevin Drake
Principal
Kevin Drake is a highly experienced professional in the construction industry, with a career spanning over a decade and a remarkable track record of executing or managing construction ventures totaling over $1 billion. His journey in the construction field has been marked by diverse experiences and a commitment to professional growth.
Kevin's career began with Shimmick Construction Co., Inc., where he received training in building and estimating heavy civil contracts for government agencies. This initial experience provided him with a strong foundation in the construction industry, particularly in the heavy civil contracting sector.
Following his time with Shimmick Construction, Kevin joined Bernards Brothers, Inc., where he established a long-standing position. During his tenure at Bernards Brothers, he expanded his expertise into various market sectors, including mixed-use, education, commercial, and senior living. These sectors demanded a fast-paced workflow and meticulous attention to detail, reflecting Kevin's versatility and adaptability.
In addition to his roles in general contracting, Kevin has also taken on various responsibilities as an Owner's representative in the DSA (Division of the State Architect) and Custom Homes market sectors. His comprehensive understanding of the construction industry has proven valuable to both project owners and project teams.
Kevin's educational background is in Civil and Environmental Engineering, with emphases in Structural and Geotechnical Engineering, as well as Business Management. He earned his Bachelor's degree from The Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). During his time at UCLA, he achieved the status of Engineer in Training (EIT) and is actively working toward obtaining his Professional Engineering (PE) license. This pursuit demonstrates his commitment to expanding his knowledge, enhancing his understanding, and increasing his authority within the construction industry.
Kevin's ability to leverage his personal experiences across different market verticals of the construction industry has equipped him with the agility to quickly adapt to the ever-changing challenges and scenarios encountered in construction projects. His combination of education, training, and practical experience positions him as a valuable and versatile professional in the field of construction and engineering.
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